How are Premises Liability Cases Handled?

Premises liability law can be complex when you’re unsure of what
constitutes as negligence and the responsibility of the property owner.
However, it’s imperative for you to recognize the way in which these
cases are handled so you can be fully prepared should you ever encounter
a situation involving premises liability.

For anybody injured on someone else’s property, you should speak
with a lawyer to understand what comes next in the process and how you
can proceed with pursuing compensation. Here are some of the things you
need to know about these cases and your rights.

Gathering Evidence

Evidence is extremely important to have in any personal injury case, but
in premises liability where denial is a common occurrence, evidence is
crucial. Showing that there was a danger on the grounds and that the owner
was aware can be difficult. With enough evidence, though, you can strengthen
your case to prove negligence existed.

Categorizing Victims

In premises liability cases, the plaintiff will be categorized based on
their role in the accident and their rights to pursue compensation. These
are broken down to include invitees, licensees, and trespassers, with
each being owed a different level of care by the owner of the property.

Invitees receive the highest level of care by a property owner as they
are on the property for a commercial purpose. The owner must ensure they
invitee is on safe grounds and they are free of harm when on the premises.

Licensees are typically guests where they have been invited and have permission
to be on the premises. The owner must recognize the danger and inform
the licensees of said danger, or if they didn’t take the action
to fix the condition.

Finally, trespassers are those who are on the property without the owner’s
consent. They are owed the lowest level of care and trespassers who suffer
injuries on a property are not typically entitled compensation. The only
circumstance that would allow a trespasser to pursue compensation is if
the owner of the property created the danger knowing that it would cause
harm to a trespasser.

Our Michigan
premises liability lawyers at Fieger Law are here to help you understand your rights to compensation.
Let us give you the voice you need to obtain justice.

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